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Elevation: 6,285 ft
GPS: 42.0927, -113.70359
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Shared By: Tod Crane on Sep 30, 2006 · Updates
Admins: GRK, Mike Engle, Eric Bluemn
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Despite its secluded location, Site 18 is one of the more popular crags at the City. Three solid, well-protected sport routes and one mixed route all within the 5.7-5.9 range make this a fun destination, especially for those who are looking to gain more experience with leading. The heavily featured granite wall is west-facing, making it a pleasant morning venture.

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After entering the City of Rocks from the Almo side, drive about a mile and then turn west on the Circle Creek Overlook road. Follow the road to a parking lot. From the parking lot hike west down a road that leads through a fence gate and continues westward. Continue for ½ - ¾ mile to an older road that heads north. Follow it for a few hundred yards, watching carefully for a less than obvious trail that splits off to the left through the brush, heading northwest to Site 18.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Site 18

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
 81
Skin the Cat
Sport
5.9- 5c 17 VI 16 HVS 4c
 74
Looker
Sport
5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
 62
Bomber
Sport
5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
 16
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Route Name Location Star Rating Difficulty Date
Skin the Cat
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5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b Sport
Looker
 74
5.9- 5c 17 VI 16 HVS 4c Sport
Bomber
 62
5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a Sport
Indiscretion
 16
5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a Trad
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